Rokkakudo
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TEL :075-221-2686 Address :248 Donomaecho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto Access :Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Oike Station Exit 5 > 3 minutes walk |
Introduction to Rokkakudo temple
Rokkakudo Temple was founded in 587 by Prince Shotoku, who spread Buddhism throughout Japan. The principal image, Cintamani-cakra, holds a wish-granting jewel and a Dharma wheel that crushes evil.
In Japanese, “Rokkaku” refers to a hexagonal shape. Its official name is Chohoji, but it is known by this name because the shape of its main hall is hexagonal.
The shape of this temple could be seen from a building next to the temple.
This temple is said to be located in the heart of Kyoto. A stone called the “Belly button stone” is placed in that location.
Doves are symbols of good luck
There are many doves in the grounds of Rokkakudo Temple. Doves are said to be symbols of good luck.
